In Mariupol, renovations are underway in the inclusive resource center. The works are carried out within the framework of “TOGETHER. Social services for families in society ” project, which is implemented by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) with the support of the German government and the German State Development Bank (KfW).
According to Marina Kaplina, director of the inclusive resource center, the renovation consists of three phases. The first involves replacing the heating system and arranging the blind area. Now the second stage has begun - a major overhaul of the first floor and redevelopment of rooms.
“It will be modern space for children with disabilities with new equipment, unique teaching methods and cozy corners of rehabilitation. During 2020, 94 families turned to the center for help. 204 children were registered and received services in the inclusive resource center”, Marina Kaplina admitted.
The center will provide services that were previously available in the community. In particular, services of an inclusive resourse center, psycho-social classes for families with children, services of psychologist, teacher and speech therapist. Social workers of the city and specialists of the inclusive resource center underwent training in order to provide assistance to residents even more effectively and efficiently.
“The JOINT” project is carrying out renovations on the first floor of the building. The project allocated more than UAH 4.5 mln for the repair works and arrangement of 500 square meters.
“Mariupol is a worthy partner. We are glad that we have so many common results. We would like to note the city’s ability to instantly respond to problems. Together we developed new methods and protocol for the center for the convenience of citizens. In recent years, Mariupol has accumulated knowledge and experience”, Natalia Datchenko, project officer of the UNICEF project said.
Mariupol residents can now apply for social services. You can find out more about the services that are available in Mariupol by calling the helpline at Mariupol Center of Social services for families, children and youth - 0974887626.
